Toledo Area Parents – Page 3 – Mom on the go in Holy Toledo

The Ultimate Birthday Gift Hack Every Parent Needs to Know

August 15, 2025August 31, 2025momonthegoinholytoledo

Let’s be honest: birthday gift-giving for kids can feel like a minefield.

Duplicates. Noisy toys that mysteriously disappear within a week. Gifts that go against your parenting values. The well-meaning friend or relative who guesses totally wrong. And let’s not forget the stress of being the one buying the gift, scrolling online at 10 p.m., wondering, “What even is popular with 6-year-olds right now?” or “Will they already have this?” It’s overwhelming, and honestly, nobody wants to be the one who brings the toy that ends up forgotten or returned. Sound familiar?

The HandleBar Toledo: Perfect Fall Date Night & Ladies Night Out

August 13, 2025August 13, 2025momonthegoinholytoledo

Imagine it….10 ladies, 2 hours, 1 awesome downtown! Cue the laughter, music, and pedal power!

Tips for Parents Teaching Their Children About Safe Sex

August 12, 2025momonthegoinholytoledo

When should you start having the birds and the bees talk with your children? There is never a right time but do so when your child has a higher maturity level and remember that this will be an ongoing conversation rather than a single instance that you never bring up again. Ease your nerves and make the conversation less awkward with these tips for parents teaching their children about safe sex.

Give Life to the Decor You Never Thought To Style

August 11, 2025momonthegoinholytoledo

When it comes to decorating your home, it’s easy to focus on the obvious items like furniture, rugs, or art. But shining a light on overlooked pieces can refresh your space without radical changes. Here’s how you can give life to the decor you never thought to style.

Supporting Loved Ones with Memory Care Needs

August 8, 2025momonthegoinholytoledo

Caring for a loved one with memory issues can be challenging. Whether it’s due to dementia, Alzheimer’s, or other conditions, memory loss affects more than just the person diagnosed. It touches the lives of family and friends as well.

Understanding how to support someone going through this journey is key to helping them live with dignity and love.

Make Your Own Bath Bombs at Buff City Soap in Toledo

August 8, 2025momonthegoinholytoledo

“Awesome”, “the coolest”, & “surprisingly not too girly!”! So, what was supposed to be a “mommy & me” day with my youngest quickly became a sibling day once all three kiddos caught wind of what we had planned. And what exactly had we planned? To make bath bombs at Buff City Soap! The kiddos legit loved it! I was a bit shocked; even my tween boy had fun mixing up the bath bombs & his takeaway. It’s surprisingly not too girly! Yup, he had his reservations at first, but anything with the word “bomb” in it can’t be too girly, right?! Lol! Here’s how our awesome experience went down….

10 Teen Approved Things to do in Toledo

August 7, 2025August 7, 2025momonthegoinholytoledo

Being a teenager is “hard”, “the worst”, ” brutal”, etc., to say the least!! And truth be told, raising a teenager isn’t much different than raising a toddler. And as a parent, raising a toddler, I mean, a teenager, you will be met with much resistance when it comes to activities. Here’s the thing: that resistance is their insecurities manifesting and projecting. Is it safer to just stay at home on their device? Sure. But that doesn’t help them become the person they are meant to be. As parents, we need to encourage and, at times, push them outside of their comfort zone.

Living Womanhood and Motherhood with Faith: A God-First Journey for Families

August 6, 2025momonthegoinholytoledo

There’s something beautifully sacred about the journey of womanhood and motherhood. It’s more than just biology or a job title; it’s a calling filled with heart, strength, grace, and a constant stream of lessons. In the fast-paced, often chaotic world we live in, faith can be the grounding force that brings peace, purpose, and clarity to a woman’s role as a nurturer and guide.

New York City Trip: Day 2 Includes over 5 Iconic Landmarks

July 26, 2025momonthegoinholytoledo

When planning a trip to New York City with your kids, it can be a tad overwhelming. There are so many iconic structures, memorials, and cultural experiences to explore. How do you narrow it down?

New York City Trip: Day 1 Ellis and Liberty Islands

July 19, 2025July 19, 2025momonthegoinholytoledo

If I can make it there, I’ll make it anywhere…. Since my kids were little, I had always dreamt of taking them to New York City! Mind you, I never thought I’d be doing it by myself and with four teenagers, but I have to admit I don’t think I’d have it any other way. Teenage years are perfect for a trip to the Big Apple. It’s fascinating what New York does to you. I walked into the city a bit fearful, insecure, lacking in self-esteem and confidence, and I came out of that city confident, secure in who I am, knowing my worth. My kids are fairly certain I must have been a New York Taxi Cab driver in another life, lol! I can’t wait to share our adventure with you!